Encyclopedia of Weird Detectives

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Encyclopedia of Weird Detectives

Supernatural and Paranormal Elements in Novels, Pulps, Comics, Film, Television, Games and Other Media

Literary studies: fiction, novelists and prose writers Crime and mystery fiction General encyclopaedias Popular culture

Author: Paul Green

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Language: English

Published by: McFarland

Published on: 25th September 2019

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 207 pages

ISBN: 9781476638379


Detective Genre and Its Themes

The detective genre has explored supernatural and paranormal themes throughout its colorful history. Stories of detectives investigating spiritualists, ghostly apparitions, the occult and psychics have spanned pulp fiction magazines, comic books, novels, film, television, animation and video games.

Encyclopedia Overview

This encyclopedia covers the history of the genre in its multiple forms and informs and adds to the knowledge of either the new or informed reader. Its A-Z format provides ready reference by title. Detective fans browsing for new discoveries will enjoy the entertaining style.

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